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Nairovyg
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I trust in God, but I do not trust myself… is that possible, because that’s how I feel. Is this a bad thing?
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James248
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It is not bad. In fact, it is encouraged.
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Mummsie
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Recognizing we can’t trust ourselves is a huge step. Let’s face it, we are all sinners. Only through God’s grace can we get the strength to follow him.
God Bless You.
God Bless You.
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patricius79
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Trusting God is crucial. Not trusting oneself is good if you mean that in a spiritual sense. But there are psychological disorders like emotional deprivation disorder and scrupulosity where one feels that whatever one does is wrong, and becomes emotionally and practically paralyzed. I think that’s different.
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Nairovyg
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When I feel things like joy or liking someone, I feel like it’s wrong, that I shouldn’t because I should be focusing on God only at the moment. Thoughts of someone i may think I like comes to mind and instead of focusing on the now and giving Thanks to God I’m daunted with anxiety
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Augustine3
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Great place to start
We do not trust ourselves, that’s why we entrust ourselves completely to Jesus!
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Augustine3
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Does a man betray his wife if he does not think about her 24/7?
Thinking about God and trying to get work done at the same time can be a risky business. If your boss complains you’ve made so many careless mistakes and you respond “but I was thinking of God and giving him praise” how do you think that would sit? I don’t think it’s God will to think of him that way at that particular times and others…there is a time and place for everything.
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anytimequilter
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This thread title is exactly how I feel, so that is why I started reading. My question is how do we follow God if we don’t know if we can trust ourselves to discern what God is saying? That is where my struggle is now
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Mummsie
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My suggestions would be to follow God’s teachings. Reading the Gospel is a great way to get to know Jesus. It also shows God you have an open heart. Also, have you spent some time in Eucharistic Adoration. It’s a beautiful time to talk to God about everything. It’s also a time to listen. Receive the sacraments frequently. His grace through the sacraments will help you. And pray.
My opinions only. Hope they help. Praying for you Anytimequilter and for Nairovg.
Jesus, I trust in You.
God Bless you.
My opinions only. Hope they help. Praying for you Anytimequilter and for Nairovg.
Jesus, I trust in You.
God Bless you.
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Roseeurekacross
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Me too, its a good thing IMHO. We are open to doing the will of God.
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anytimequilter
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Thank you for your reply and prayers. I do go to adoration, every week and I do believe that is the only thing that keeps me functioning in this life.
In a strange way it has become the center of my current struggle - I know it sounds stupid but its true 
I do wonder how you define “frequently” when you say to receive the sacraments frequently. Maybe its just a matter of as often as possible?
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nuntym
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+JMJ+
Trusting in God for me is this: God cannot give me what is, ultimately, bad for me. Oh of course some things might happen that might hurt me, or deprive me of things like possessions, health, or limbs, but in the long run I know that God lets them happen to me because they will further down the road give me good things, like a better character, showing how my family loves me, showing what really is important, and of course getting to heaven. Therefore, I know that, if I use all the talents and gifts God has given me, any decision that I make today will, in consequence, be good, nay, the best that can happen to me and my loved ones, and will give glory to God the most, because I trusted in Him.
How I go about this, personally, is by first being clear what does “trusting in God” means for me.
Trusting in God for me is this: God cannot give me what is, ultimately, bad for me. Oh of course some things might happen that might hurt me, or deprive me of things like possessions, health, or limbs, but in the long run I know that God lets them happen to me because they will further down the road give me good things, like a better character, showing how my family loves me, showing what really is important, and of course getting to heaven. Therefore, I know that, if I use all the talents and gifts God has given me, any decision that I make today will, in consequence, be good, nay, the best that can happen to me and my loved ones, and will give glory to God the most, because I trusted in Him.
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anytimequilter
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Yes I agree 110% but I am at the point in my life where I am not considering actions that are bad for me. My issue is when there is a choice to be made and its not a sin either way - or maybe how I am looking at the situation I don’t see that either way is wrong
Like switching jobs…its not a bad thing to leave one job for another… but is it the choice God wants me to make??
or should I go to the adoration chapel at lunch and spend 30 minutes or should I go at a different time when I would be able to spend more time? is it lazy of me to go when the visit is convenient for me?
those are the type of things that I would like clarity on… .soemthings don’t have large life changing outcomes and others do - - - but it doesn’t mean either option is bad for me
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nuntym
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+JMJ+
Glory to God in the highest, and peace to people of good will. Luke 2:14
We sing that every Sunday. Live it! As long as you use the gifts God gives you to make decisions that seem to be good for you, trusting that although your gifts are imperfect God will back you up, you should not lose your peace.
Today’s (Sunday) readings are very relevant to what you are worrying about. In the responsorial psalm, it says:
In God is my safety and my glory, the rock of my strength. In God is my refuge; trust in him, you people, at all times. Psalms 62:7-8
In the second reading, St Paul says:
It is of no importance to me how you or any other human court may judge me:** I will not even be the judge of my own self.** 1 Corinthians 4:3
Stop worrying about whether your decisions are God’s! If you made them after careful consideration, God will make everything alright. Stop judging yourself!
Jesus then said:
Can any of you, however much you worry, add one single cubit to your span of life? Matthew 6:27
Enough has been said I think
What I said goes for ALL decisions in life.
Glory to God in the highest, and peace to people of good will. Luke 2:14
We sing that every Sunday. Live it! As long as you use the gifts God gives you to make decisions that seem to be good for you, trusting that although your gifts are imperfect God will back you up, you should not lose your peace.
Today’s (Sunday) readings are very relevant to what you are worrying about. In the responsorial psalm, it says:
In God is my safety and my glory, the rock of my strength. In God is my refuge; trust in him, you people, at all times. Psalms 62:7-8
In the second reading, St Paul says:
It is of no importance to me how you or any other human court may judge me:** I will not even be the judge of my own self.** 1 Corinthians 4:3
Stop worrying about whether your decisions are God’s! If you made them after careful consideration, God will make everything alright. Stop judging yourself!
Jesus then said:
Can any of you, however much you worry, add one single cubit to your span of life? Matthew 6:27
Enough has been said I think
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Mummsie
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When I was referring to receiving the sacraments frequently, I was referring to the Eucharist and Reconciliation. I think Reconciliation is greatly under utilized. I get so much clarity from the priest.Thank you for your reply and prayers. I do go to adoration, every week and I do believe that is the only thing that keeps me functioning in this life.
I do wonder how you define “frequently” when you say to receive the sacraments frequently. Maybe its just a matter of as often as possible?
As to asking God to guide you in your decisions, if you watch he’ll show you the answer. Applying for a new job, if God wants you to get it, you will. Weekly Adoration is Great. As for your Adoration times, God knows you are coming to adore Him. He trusts you will decide on what works best for you. He sees into your heart and he knows it is good.
Be at Peace. God is with you.
Jesus, I trust in you.
God Bless You.
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anytimequilter
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Thank you for your replies and thoughts. I suppose it my anxiety that I am dealing with - but that’s what happens when you make mistakes you are worried about next time.
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